Urban Outfitters Design Assistant - Sweaters

This role plays a key support function within the Urban Outfitters design department, collaborating closely with designers and cross-functional partners to bring the brand’s creative vision to life. This position is perfect for someone who is passionate about sweaters, obsessed with yarn and stitch innovation, and eager to grow both technical and creative skills in a fast-paced, trend-forward environment. Role Responsibilities • Support the preparation of seasonal presentations and internal meetings (Sketch Review, Finalization, Print & Color Day) with a focus on sweater needs • Assist in stitch and swatch development, including organizing digital and physical libraries, tracking yarns, and experimenting with knit structures • Create and maintain accurate tech packs and BOMs in Tradestone, updating construction details, stitch techniques, and yarn specs throughout the season • Collaborate with sweater designers and cross-functional teams (Product Development, Fabric, Buying) to track samples, manage approvals, and ensure design intent is executed • Help manage and organize seasonal sweaters and knit fabrics, including purging old styles through Sample Sale and Fabscrap programs • Use basic draping, mocking, and sewing skills to visualize design ideas and explore garment construction • Illustrate sweater silhouettes, stitch layouts, and knit textures to clearly communicate concepts and emotional direction • Conduct ongoing trend and cultural research (retail, street style, vintage, social media) and share relevant inspiration with the team • Support international shipments and mail-outs, ensuring timely delivery of swatches, samples, and documentation • Maintain and update seasonal documents such as linesheets, tech packs, BOMs, and XD files Role Qualifications • Bachelors degree in Fashion Design or related field • Passion for sweaters, yarns, and stitch development • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office • Experience or familiarity with tech pack platforms • Interest in or exposure to AI tools for design (e.g., Midjourney, PromeAI, ChatGPT) • Basic garment construction skills: sewing, draping, and mocking • Strong illustration and visualization skills for design concepts • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks and timelines • Strong written and verbal communication skills; professional and collaborative in cross-functional settings • Receptive to feedback, solution-oriented, and curious with a desire to learn and grow • Demonstrates time management, initiative, and awareness of both design and business goals • Alignment with the UO customer, brand aesthetic, and core values URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees.